Posted by Unknown | Feb 10, 2023 |
During probate, the court supervises a number of different legal actions, all of which are aimed at finalizing your affairs and settling your estate.
As your firm, one of our primary goals when creating your estate plan is to keep your family out of court and out of conflict no matter what happens to you. Yet, as you can see, if your family has to go through probate, your estate plan falls woefully short of that goal, leaving those you love most stuck in an unnecessary, expensive, time-consuming, and public court process.
Posted by Leslie M. Stovall, Esq. | Feb 08, 2023 |
There is no question that consumer's are bombarded with numerous ads for personal injury attorneys. The experience of a serious injury is very emotional and painful both physically and mentally. Most people who get seriously injured have no idea what to expect or look for when deciding to h...
Posted by Unknown | Jan 30, 2023 |
Children are our world. When they are injured in an accident – something that could have been prevented but for the negligence of someone else – it is devastating. No one wants that to happen, but if it does, you deserve compensation to help your child recover as quickly as they can.
At Stovall & Associates, our child injury lawyer in Nevada is here to provide support when needed and strong representation. We know your first priority is your child, and so we take these matters seriously. Contact us online or at 702-258-3034 to schedule a free initial consultation. We will discuss your case and outline your best legal options.
Posted by Leslie M. Stovall, Esq. | Jan 12, 2023 |
According to the Federal Trade Commission, an individual’s debt does not disappear once that person dies. Rather, the debt must either be paid out of the deceased’s estate or by a co-creditor. And that could be bad news for you or the people you love.
Posted by Leslie M. Stovall, Esq. | Feb 18, 2022 |
If you delay updating your estate plan, even just for a few days during your divorce, it can make it legally impossible to change certain parts of your plan, so act now. And if you’ve yet to create any estate plan at all, an impending divorce is the perfect time to finally take care of this crucial responsibility. Contact us today to learn more.
Posted by Leslie M. Stovall, Esq. | Feb 18, 2022 |
If your child has special needs, you must understand exactly what's necessary to provide for the emotional, physical, and financial needs of your child, in the event of your own eventual death or potential incapacity.
Posted by Ross Moynihan, Esq. | Feb 18, 2022 |
If you are injured in a car accident that was not your fault, obtain the services of a lawyer who has experience in car accident personal injury cases. They will be able to help you prove the accident was the other driver's fault and assist you in gaining financial compensation.
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Posted by Leslie M. Stovall, Esq. | Jan 14, 2022 |
While there are numerous different types of trusts available, when it comes to passing your home to your heirs, the two most commonly used trusts are a revocable living trust and an irrevocable trust. When using a revocable living trust, or living trust, you are free to change the trust’s terms or even terminate the trust completely at any point while you are living, thus the term “living” trust. You typically act as your own trustee during your lifetime. An irrevocable trust is (as the name implies), irrevocable. This means that the terms of the trust cannot be changed, and the trust cannot be terminated once it’s been executed. When you transfer assets into an irrevocable trust, you relinquish all ownership of the assets, and the trustee you have named takes total control of the assets transferred into the name of the trust.
Posted by Leslie M. Stovall, Esq. | Jan 13, 2022 |
Estate planning is as much a part of responsible homeownership as having homeowners insurance, for a variety of different reasons, putting your home in a trust is often the smartest choice.
Posted by Leslie M. Stovall, Esq. | Dec 14, 2021 |
The most important inheritance you provide is so much more than the money you’ll leave behind, but also includes your values, insights, stories, and experience.
Posted by Leslie M. Stovall, Esq. | Dec 13, 2021 |
Time for good cheer, love of family and friends, warm memories — and the potential for some nasty legal hassles.
Posted by Leslie M. Stovall, Esq. | Nov 14, 2021 |
All adults over age 18 should have some basic estate planning documents in place. And this is true regardless of how much money you have, whether you are married or single, and whether or not you have kids. On that note, if you are an adult of any age and the pandemic didn’t inspire you to create your estate plan.
Posted by Leslie M. Stovall, Esq. | Nov 03, 2021 |
This article explains why and how you can ensure you get the most efficient and affordable plan possible for your family without shopping for estate planning lawyers the way you may think.
Posted by Leslie M. Stovall, Esq. | Nov 03, 2021 |
Even if you put a totally solid estate plan in place, it can turn out to be worthless for the people you love if it's not regularly updated. Estate planning is not a one-and-done type of deal—your plan should continuously evolve along with your life circumstances and other...
Posted by Leslie M. Stovall, Esq. | Sep 12, 2021 |
Estate Planning Must-Haves For Single Parents
If you are a single parent, life for you right now probably couldn't get any busier. You are likely being pulled between work, school activities, and home - and the inevitable emergencies that fill the lives of single parents everywhere.
Being...
Posted by Leslie M. Stovall, Esq. | Aug 17, 2021 |
Yes. But it depends if you are partially at fault or fully at fault for the accident. Even if you got a ticket you may not really be at fault or may only be partially at fault. The State of Nevada follows the modified comparative negligence standard. As long as you are found to be less than 50 percent at fault for an accident, hire a lawyer you can still collect compensation if you are injured. If you have been injured in a car accident and are questioning whether or not to hire a lawyer, please feel free to give us a call any time for a free case review
Posted by Leslie M. Stovall, Esq. | Apr 15, 2021 |
In many families, money still is not a typical dinner table discussion, but we think it should be. Surprisingly, this is especially true when it comes to affluent parents. And, we hope to change it because one of the most important things you can do is talk to your kids (and your parents) about money.
Posted by Leslie M. Stovall, Esq. | Apr 15, 2021 |
last will and testament can ensure your wishes are respected when you die. But if your will isn’t legally valid, those wishes might not actually be carried out, and instead the laws of “intestate succession” would apply, meaning that the state decides who gets your stuff, and it’s very likely not to be who you would choose. A will is a baseline foundation for any estate plan, but it might not be enough to protect your wishes. A will does not keep your assets out of court, and it does not operate in the event of your incapacity. A will alone does not ensure your loved one’s receive your assets protected from unnecessary conflict or creditors.
Posted by Leslie M. Stovall, Esq. | Feb 04, 2021 |
ESTATE PLANNING is how your affairs will be managed in the event you are not around, either because of your death or incapacity. Do you honestly want to leave your loved ones to sort out your financial and medical affairs without your input? Worse yet, if you do not create your own estate plan th...
Posted by Leslie M. Stovall, Esq. | Aug 26, 2020 |
These celebrity probate disasters serve as stark reminders that no one’s wealth is exempt from the legal trouble that can occur without proper estate planning. As always, we are here to help you protect your family and legacy. Give us a call today to discuss protecting your assets and your family.
Posted by Leslie M. Stovall, Esq. | Aug 26, 2020 |
We know it’s not easy, but don’t let that stop you. We’re happy to talk this through with you and legally document your wishes. Know that you can change your mind and select a different guardian anytime you’d like. The chances of needing the guardian to actually step in are usually slim (we always hope this is the one nomination that’s never actually needed); but, you’re a parent and your job is to provide for and protect your children, so let’s do this. Call our office now for an appointment and we’ll get your children protected.
Posted by Leslie M. Stovall, Esq. | Aug 22, 2019 |
In this post, we will discuss some tips that will help you negotiate pain and suffering in an injury claim.
Posted by Leslie M. Stovall, Esq. | Aug 22, 2019 |
Before you get too wrapped up in the specifics of your estate, it's worth exploring your options. In many cases, a trust may be a better option than a will. But the best estate plans contain both a will and a trust. Obtaining a thorough understanding of the differences between a will and a trust is a good starting point.
Posted by Leslie M. Stovall, Esq. | Aug 20, 2019 |
So what happens to your student loan debt when you die? Below are the different types of loans and what happens to the debt in the event the borrower passes away.
Posted by Leslie M. Stovall, Esq. | Aug 20, 2019 |
No one really talks about what to do when a loved one dies. It's just not common, even though the death of a loved one is very common. Below is a quick checklist of crucial details that will make handling the legal affairs of a deceased person easier. I know it can be difficult, but some of these things have a deadline, so make sure that you reach out sooner rather than later.
